Fall Maintenance Tips

Chevrolet Fall Maintenance Tips

As the temperature gets cooler, you will want to make sure that your heater is ready to keep you warm. Turn on the heater and check each vent to see if you are getting a steady stream of warm air. After that, check the defroster as well as the steering wheel and seat warmers. After that, you will want to check the wiper blades. In particular, inspect the blades to ensure that they are not bent. After that, check for any peeling rubber. Now turn on the wiper blades. If you hear any squeaking sounds, then the wiper blades should be replaced. Now it is time to check the battery. Inspect the battery casing for any signs of corrosion. Corrosion appears as green or orange splotches. Finally, you will want to check the tires. Check each tire's tread depth and pressure level. Finally, inspect each sidewall for any signs of damage.

Using Change of Seasons to Schedule Your Vehicle Maintenance

Your vehicle will go through lots of wear during each season. For instance, you will likely do the most amount of driving during the summer. Therefore, you will want to check for any signs of excess wear. In the winter, your vehicle will likely encounter wet roads. Therefore, you need to make sure that your vehicle is ready for the change in weather. That’s why seasonal maintenance is so important. It keeps your vehicle safe and helps reduce unexpected repair costs.